A daily log of the creative process as I explore my passion for creating jewelry art. Polymer clay, Swarovski crystals, turquoise, carnelian, garnet, goldstone and amethyst are just a few of the materials with which I love to work. Wire wrapping in sterling silver, gold, and copper (my current fave)are one of my favourite techniques. Mild mannered chemistry teacher by day, unbridled creativity by night!

Friday, March 14, 2008

A Bead A Day...

Yesterday I had an appointment in Ottawa, so of course I had to make a little stop at Sassy Beads on Bank Street. Being surrounded by all those colours and textures feeds my soul. I kept telling myself that, since I'm headed off to Toronto tomorrow to the Bead Oasis show, I really shouldn't buy anything. Did I listen to that little voice? Noooooooo! I don't think I've ever left a bead store without buying something. I was, however, more restrained than usual. Mostly I got seed beads (on sale...could I really afford not to buy?) and stringing material, but here are a couple of beads that begged me to take them home, which of course I did. Hey... maybe I could start an SPCB to rescue stray and abused beads.

Here are some pics of the necklace and earrings I made on Wednesday. I really love the carnelian/copper combination. They're pretty conservative for me, but I guess even Radicals have their conservative moments. I think I'll do another necklace like this one, but shorten up the distances between bead groupings.

Well, off to enjoy the sun while it lasts here in relentlessly snowy Ontario!

About Me

I began my adult working life as a Chemical Engineer. Needless to say, it didn't stimulate my creative spirit. I then got a degree in education and have been teaching chemistry and math ever since. This has allowed me to fulfill my needs to work creatively and to help others.
I am hoping that my jewelry design business might someday allow me to pursue this fulltime as I continue on this interesting journey through life.
I share my life with my beloved husband of 18 years and three amazing furry children.